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Cheapest return flight
R16 599
Typical prices: R12 913-R16 027
Ethiopian Air
Thu 8/2Mon 12/2
DUR - KUL • 2 stops
When to book
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 15% price drop
July
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl (DUR-KUL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 12
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:15 - 17:15DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
21h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi
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23:05 - 13:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
20h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole
R16 599Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 12
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:15 - 17:15DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
21h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:05 - 13:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
20h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole
R16 747Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 12
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11:15 - 21:10DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
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13:30 - 17:40KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
34h 10m3 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
R17 665Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 12
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11:15 - 21:10DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:30 - 17:40KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
34h 10m3 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
R17 747Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 12
Qatar Airways Logo
11:15 - 21:10DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:30 - 17:40KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
34h 10m3 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
R17 813Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 12
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:15 - 17:15DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
21h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:05 - 13:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
20h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole
R18 338Ethiopian Air
2 days ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 11
Emirates Logo
19:05 - 21:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
20h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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1:25 - 17:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
21h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
R18 584Emirates
3+ days ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 11
Emirates Logo
19:05 - 21:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
20h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
1:25 - 17:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
21h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
R18 682Emirates
2 days ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 11
Emirates Logo
19:05 - 21:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
20h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
1:25 - 17:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
21h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
R18 731Emirates
3+ days ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 12
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:00 - 17:15DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
24h 15m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi
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23:05 - 18:05KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
25h 00m3 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo
R24 193Ethiopian Air
2 days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Return flights from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport typically range from R12 913 to R16 027. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R16 599 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport at R12 023 return.
•December (R16 943) and July (R16 337) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R16 599
Beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travellers.
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When to book flights from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport range from R12 913 to R16 027, with an average of R14 085 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 913 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the R14 085 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R16 599 to R83 241. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL)?

    Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R564 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Paradise
    • Galaxy Asia Car Rental
    • Europcar
    • SEIYON Rent a Car
    • R&R Rent A Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Flights from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport usually depart from Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) and arrive at Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport pass through Dubai Intl (DXB), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R13 384 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at R14 647, a difference of R1 263.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What is the time difference between Durban and Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is 6 hours ahead of Durban (Malaysia Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Petronas Towers is one of the most viewed places in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average R13 384, which is about R1 263 less than Monday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Durban to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport trip for October. Fares historically average R12 023 return in that month – typically R4 921 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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